Four in a Bed

2010•8 series•Entertainment / Factual
Available on More4 HD
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If you own a business, you probably think it's the best in the industry, but might not be so eager to test it. In this programme, four pairs of bed and breakfast owners from all over Britain put their money and reputations on the line by staying at each other's establishments. They pay only what they deem to be an acceptable amount for the experience, with one establishment being named as the best value for money.

Grove Barn B&B: Episode Image
Episode 1Grove Barn B&B

Alan and Steph hope that their high standards of cleanliness at Grove Barn B&B in Norfolk will lead to sparkling feedback. But Alistair and Scott have a sinking feeling in their bathroom.

Picaroons: Episode Image
Episode 2Picaroons

Competitive couple Christine and Ian host at Picaroons B&B in Sheringham, Norfolk. But there are plumbing problems and cross words at breakfast.

Brightham House: Episode Image
Episode 3Brightham House

Stylish Scott and Alistair welcome their rivals to Brightham House in Malborough, Devon, where guests Steph and Alan are dazed by the design and expectations are high for breakfast.

Moran's B&B: Episode Image
Episode 4Moran's B&B

The final visit is to Moran's B&B in Westward Ho! in Devon, owned by ultra-chic retirees John and Jaqueline. But Christine and Ian aren't impressed by the lack of an ensuite.

Payment Day: Episode Image
Episode 5Payment Day

It's the final day of the competition and the B&Bers meet for the last time. After dramatic discoveries and cutting comments, the payments are revealed and the winner is announced.

Just B: Episode Image
Episode 16Just B

The first hosts, Karen MacDonald and Geoff Thomson, hope to offer a slice of Zen at their relaxing retreat, Just B, in Edinburgh. But there are dirty discoveries in a dog-friendly room.

Glencoe Villa Guesthouse: Episode Image
Episode 17Glencoe Villa Guesthouse

The second visit is to Glencoe Villa Guest House in Featherstone, West Yorkshire, owned by Ewa Hunt. But the homely bedrooms aren't to everyone's taste and there's a debate over dinner.

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Episode 18The Fox Inn

Uncle and nephew Stefan Carron and Nick Edwards host at The Fox Inn in Stourton, Staffordshire. Will Stefan's celebrity name dropping impress their guests?

The New Inn: Episode Image
Episode 19The New Inn

Tony Carlin and his partner Natalie Briggs host the final visit, at The New Inn in Derbyshire. But some of the guests question its 'luxury' label, and there's a no-show at breakfast.

Payment Day: Episode Image
Episode 20Payment Day

It's the final day of the competition and the B&Bers meet to find out how much they've been paid. After dramatic discoveries and cutting comments, the winner is announced.

The White Swan: Episode Image
Episode 21The White Swan

Roman and Tamsyn take a no-nonsense approach to running The White Swan in North Yorkshire. But their B&B doesn't meet Farid and John's high standards, and there are grumbles at breakfast.

Clough View Farm: Episode Image
Episode 22Clough View Farm

Lisa and Sally hope that their generosity of spirit will be a hit with their guests at Clough View Farm in Derbyshire. But there's yet more grumbling after a long wait at breakfast.

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Episode 23The Buxted Inn

The third visit is to The Buxted Inn in Uckfield, East Sussex, run by Nick and chef David. Lisa is charmed by the character, but Farid and John think it has a corporate feel.

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Episode 24Crescent Victoria

The final visit is to the Crescent Victoria hotel in Margate, Kent, where Farid and John hope to dazzle their guests with a stay fit for a queen. Can they get the breakfast right?

Payment Day: Episode Image
Episode 25Payment Day

It's the final day of the competition and the B&Bers meet for the last time. After dramatic discoveries, the payments are revealed and the winner is announced.

Mevagissey Bay Hotel: Episode Image
Episode 31Mevagissey Bay Hotel

John and Elleke Ross welcome their rivals to the Mevagissey Bay Hotel in Cornwall. Catherine and Andrew are dazzled by the decking but puzzled by a mysterious gap around their door.

Glebe House Cottages: Episode Image
Episode 32Glebe House Cottages

Jay and Sarah Brewer host at Glebe House Cottages in Devon. At breakfast, their bakery baskets pass the taste test, but the menu leaves the guests wanting more.

Kings Park Hotel: Episode Image
Episode 33Kings Park Hotel

Catherine and Andrew Watt host at their converted police station, the Kings Park Hotel in Nottinghamshire. John and Elleke get forensic with the furniture. Sarah feels boxed in by her room.

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Episode 34The Dukes

Sarah Smith welcomes her guests to The Dukes in Bedfordshire, where she's under pressure to deliver at breakfast, and some of the feedback is hard to stomach.

Payment Day: Episode Image
Episode 35Payment Day

It's the day of reckoning for the B&Bers. Whose property will emerge from the thud and blunder of bitter recrimination as the best value for money?

The Buck Inn: Episode Image
Episode 36The Buck Inn

The first visit of the week is to The Buck Inn in Malham, Yorkshire, run by Karen and Kathryn Souter. But there are pillow problems, and at breakfast, chef Karen is put to the test.

Smithson Farm: Episode Image
Episode 37Smithson Farm

Carole and Harry Johnson host at the Smithson Farm glampsite in Reedley Hallows, Lancashire. Some of the guests embrace the great outdoors, but the communal showers dampen their spirits.

Mallard House: Episode Image
Episode 38Mallard House

The third visit is to Mallard House in Gilling West, North Yorkshire, run by Olivia Skeoch and Teresa Weedon. But the off-site breakfast isn't to everyone's taste.

Bryn Derwen B&B: Episode Image
Episode 39Bryn Derwen B&B

Dick and Liz Bradley aim to offer a home-from-home experience at Bryn Derwen B&B in Rhayader, Powys. But the decor disappoints one guest, and there's a frosty atmosphere at breakfast.

Payment Day: Episode Image
Episode 40Payment Day

It's the final day of the competition and the B&Bers meet for the last time. Things get personal and there are dramatic discoveries before the payments are made and the winner is announced.

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